Name: 293569-001 HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive
Brand: HP
SKU: 293569-001
Price: 425.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (130 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive is a storage device built for enterprise servers and SAN environments. It balances capacity with rapid access speeds, fitting into standard server bays while providing dependable Fibre Channel connectivity for consistent data transfers.

General Information
Brand	HP
Part Number	293569-001

Technical Information
Capacity	73GB
Form Factor	3.5-inch
Disk Format	Fibre Channel
Cache	8MB
Spindle Speed	15000 RPM
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes
Hybrid Drive	No
Compatible For	Servers
MTBF	1,200,000 hours

Physical Characteristics
Height	26.1 mm
Width	101.6 mm
Depth	147 mm
Dimensions	26.1 mm x 101.6 mm x 147 mm
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	1.76

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE

Product Description
This hard drive is designed to deliver high-performance storage with a 73GB capacity and rapid 15,000 RPM spindle speed. It’s commonly used in enterprise environments where fast data retrieval and reliability are critical. Often found in server arrays and SAN (Storage Area Network) setups, the drive supports Fibre Channel connectivity at 2Gb/s, ensuring consistent and efficient data transfer. IT professionals and system administrators typically select this drive for mission-critical applications that demand speed and durability. Key Features High spindle speed reduces latency in data access Robust Fibre Channel interface for stable network storage Compact 3.5-inch size fits standard server bays Optimized for enterprise-level workloads and RAID configurations Enhanced reliability suited for continuous operation This drive is commonly deployed in data centers and large-scale storage solutions, where performance and uptime are priorities. It plays a key role in maintaining smooth operations by handling intensive read/write tasks without compromising speed.

Use Cases
The HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive is primarily utilized in enterprise data centers where high-speed access to transactional data is critical. Its Fibre Channel interface and robust spindle speed make it suitable for environments that demand low latency and high throughput, such as virtualization hosts and SAN infrastructures. How It's Used: Deployed in enterprise SANs to support mission-critical database applications requiring rapid read/write operations. Integrated into virtualization clusters to provide consistent and fast storage access for multiple virtual machines. Used in rack-mounted servers within large data centers to handle high-intensity OLTP workloads. Employed in storage arrays for financial services firms where data integrity and speed are paramount. Installed in backup and archival systems that require reliable Fibre Channel connectivity for high-volume data transfers. This hard drive facilitates efficient data handling and contributes to scalable storage solutions, ensuring consistent performance in demanding server and SAN environments. Its design supports operational continuity by balancing speed and capacity in enterprise IT infrastructures.

293569-001 HP 73GB 15000RPM Fibre Channel 2Gb/s 3.5-in Hard Drive

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